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Rachel Thexton ConnectsS4E2-Beyond the Perfect Instagram Mom: Authenticity and Connection Arlene Panganiban-Vancouvermom.caIn this episode, we chat with Arlene Panganiban, the owner and publisher of VancouverMom.ca , an essential online hub for mothers in Metro Vancouver. Arlene shares her journey to taking over the influential platform after being laid off and discusses her mission to create a space for authentic motherhood, moving beyond the curated perfection seen online. We explore how the platform provides hyper-local resources—from summer camps to birthday party ideas—tailored to the unique experience of raising a family in Greater Vancouver. #podcast #bc #vancouvermom #motherhood https://www.mamasformamas.org/vancouver/https://burnfund.org/https://www.vanc...2025-06-1257 min
Rachel Thexton ConnectsTeaser for episode 4x03 I'm Not Alone": Real Talk on Motherhood and Community with VancouverMom.caEver feel like you're the only one juggling it all and that you are always falling short? In this teaser for the next episode of Rachel Thexton Connects, Arlene Panganiban shares a vital message: "I'm not alone, and I can do this, and get extra help." Arlene discusses common struggles, joys, and the power of connecting with other moms. If you're ready to ditch the "super mom" myth and embrace support, tune into the full episode, streaming soon. Discover why it's okay to say you "can't do it all" and find your strength in shared experiences. https://www.vanco...2025-06-0501 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caI Paint As A Mother: Sandeep JohalEpisode 7, I Paint As A Mother features multi-dimensional artist Sandeep Johal. Growing up, Sandeep had no close role models in the South Asian community earning their living in the creative arts. Feeling pressured to pursue a stable career, Sandeep completed biology and education degrees rather than follow her passion for creating art. In I Paint As A Mother Christine follows the journey of one mother's determination to follow her passion while caring for her baby. This episode highlights an artist's quest to prove herself as a professional, set an example for her son, and show her community t...2022-03-2510 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caI Empower As A Mother: Patricia MassyI Empower As A Mother, Episode 8, features Patricia Massy, owner of Massy Books, founder and director of Massy Arts Society, and co-founder of Indigenous Brilliance. Patricia is of Cree, Metis and English descent and a member of the As'in'i'wa'chi Ni'yaw Nation (Kelly Lake Cree Nation). She is also a mom to a toddler son. Separated from her own mother at 3-years old, she was raised by her English father, who ensured she understood, identified with and celebrated her Indigenous heritage. In I Empower As A Mother, Christine learns Patricia's journey towards re-inventing her business against the backdrop o...2022-03-2512 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caI Lead As A Mother: Katrina ChenEpisode 6, I Lead As A Mother features The Honourable Katrina Chen, MLA for Burnaby-Lougheed and BC's current Minister of State for Child Care. Katrina is proving that women can excel in both elected office and parenthood by pushing forward a new social plan offering accessible and affordable childcare for all BC residents.In I Lead As A Mother, Christine explores the hardships many parents, Katrina, a single mother herself, experience. This is the story of one mother's quest to provide quality and affordable childcare and support for every family—no matter their socioeconomic status.VancouverMom.ca...2022-03-2514 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caI Learn As A Mother: Amanda WatsonEpisode 5, I Learn As A Mother features Dr. Amanda Watson, SFU researcher, lecturer, and author of the book The Juggling Mother: Coming Undone in the Age of Anxiety. Amanda's research looks at the stereotypes modern mothers face along with the self-imposed expectations of the juggling mother to do it all, and with a smile. In I Learn As A Mother, Christine explores Amanda’s journey to activate change and demystify the common belief that women have to and are able to, juggle it all. VancouverMom.ca's As A Mother Series is partially funded by a Gove...2022-03-2412 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caI Care As A Mother: Maryam ZeineddinEpisode 4, I Care As A Mother features Dr. Maryam Zeineddin, a family doctor and the founder of Zili CARE: a non-profit organization offering proactive resources and preventative measures to improve women's overall mental health. In I Care As A Mother, Christine looks at a mother's drive to change the health of women through preventative practice. The episode highlights the need to help women improve their emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness.VancouverMom.ca's As A Mother Series is partially funded by a Government of Canada Heritage grant, which supports communities through arts and heritage and is m...2022-03-2410 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caI Move As A Mother: Cherine CasillanEpisode 3, I Move As A Mother, features Cherine Casillan, a former Vancouver Grizzlies Cheerleader and international fitness instructor who returns home to Vancouver after years of working abroad to embrace motherhood, at a slower pace of life and find community. In I Move As A Mother, Christine shares the powerful story of a mother’s journey, pandemic lows leading to MomBop, a high-energy pop band for kids. This story inspires others to find themselves and their joy once again and touches on relatable feelings of grief and loss over one's pre-parenthood self. VancouverMom.ca's As A Mo...2022-03-2109 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caI Dream As A Mother: Aisha KianiOur inaugural episode I Dream As A Mother features Aisha Kiani, founder of I Dream Library. Aisha's reluctance to accept the limited range of books in their son Rakim’s school library and their family’s experience with systemic racism in the school community led to the creation of I Dream Library, a collection of books and educational tools.In I Dream As A Mother, Christine reflects on the value of literature to educate and holistically reflect colonized communities. Aisha’s story is about community learning and leadership as well as an unexpected opportunity from Yoko Ono. Va...2022-03-2121 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caI Create As A Mother: Jude KusnierzI Create As A Mother, Episode 2 of As A Mother, features Jude Kusnierz, the driving force behind the creation of The Beaumont Studios Artist Society — a multi-dimensional art studio supporting Vancouver's creative sector. Throughout the pandemic, Jude stayed nimble to keep the arts and the Beaumont alive and thriving, for many artists who call it home, including herself.In I Create As A Mother, Christine enters Jude’s world. We hear the story of a creator, artist and mother raising her daughter "on the end of her desk at the Beaumont", and her creative ability to pivot her...2022-03-2115 min
As A Mother, Presented by VancouverMom.caAs A Mother: Intro By Christine PilkingtonOver two months ago, VancouverMom.ca launched As A Mother, a series of eight documentary shorts. These episodes shine a light on the craziness of the past two years - but through the lens of Vancouver moms. Thousands of people have watched these digital shorts - and it’s even been featured in the media, including CBC Radio here in Vancouver. It’s safe to say that the episodes weren’t what people expected. It’s not the usual “mom fare” - whatever that means. And now it’s available as a podcast.The series includ...2022-03-1801 min
Small But Mighty Agency: Win clients and build better networks for marketing and consulting agenciesChristine Pilkington: How this mom-blog evolved into a CMO for hire businessMaking a pivot in business can be extreme or it can be very natural. Hear how Christine pivoted her mom blog to provide services that her advertisers didn’t know they needed until she naturally connected them to her digital marketing service-offerings.And then faced with an opportunity to change a competitive environment. Christine shares why she evolved her service offerings again to offer CMO for hire services. PLUS if you’ve ever thought about bringing your significant other into your team, Christine and I have a conversation about her decision to bring her husband into the...2021-04-2130 min
Rawesome ParentingEpisode 3: My Kids Want Answers About COVID and I Don’t Have AnyParents have had to step it up big time since COVID. A mother shares her experience of having to manage her children’s frustrations around all the uncertainties ahead while juggling her own emotions. What is a parent to do when answers are being demanded and resolve is nowhere in sight?
Resources: Rise Venture School (www.riseventure.ca), Chai Lifeline Canada (www.chailifelinecanada.org), VancouverMom.ca (www.vancouvermom.ca)
Rawesome Parenting Podcast Letter Submission: http://tiny.cc/w0cysz
2020-09-3022 min